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This study investigates the role of proprotein convertase subtilisin\/kexin type-9, a lipid metabolism-regulating molecule, in inducing ovarian granulosa cell apoptosis through lipid metabolism abnormalities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Abstract: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common reproductive endocrine disorder among women of childbearing age, significantly impacting their fertility needs. Granulosa cell apoptosis in the ovaries is one of the primary factors affecting follicular growth and development as well as oocyte maturation in PCOS, yet its pathological mechanisms remain unclear. Our previous research revealed that elevated proprotein convertase subtilisin\/kexin type-9 (PCSK9) expression in PCOS mice affects ovarian function. This study further investigated the relationship between PCSK9 overexpression and ovarian granulosa cells using PCOS model mice and primary follicles. 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